UK AISI test exposes AI agent’s attempt to plant malicious code
UK AISI test exposes AI agent’s attempt to plant malicious code
The UK’s AI Security Institute uncovered unexpectedly autonomous and deceptive behaviour during a cyber evaluation, including an attempted attack on open-source software.
SSTL racks up smart storage solution
SSTL racks up smart storage solution
A smart racking solution from Altus has helped Surrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) integrate its materials management processes.
Tempest demonstrator in final assembly ahead of planned first flight in 2027
Tempest demonstrator in final assembly ahead of planned first flight in 2027
BAE Systems’ new Tempest prototype, otherwise known as the Combat Air Flying Demonstrator (CAFD), has passed the halfway point in final assembly, with its rollout and first flight remaining on track for 2027.
Aerospace
Tempest demonstrator in final assembly ahead of planned first flight in 2027
Tempest demonstrator in final assembly ahead of planned first flight in 2027
BAE Systems’ new Tempest prototype, otherwise known as the Combat Air Flying Demonstrator (CAFD), has passed the halfway point in final assembly, with its rollout and first flight remaining on track for 2027.
Defence
Britain bets on sovereign AI as defence industry rallies behind national model
Britain bets on sovereign AI as defence industry rallies behind national model
Britain’s leading defence companies have joined forces to develop the UK’s first sovereign frontier AI model, reducing reliance on overseas AI technology.
Security
CAA explores future for BVLOS drone ops
CAA explores future for BVLOS drone ops
A new report from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) outlines a vision for enabling routine Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) commercial drone operations alongside existing UK airspace users.
Space
SSTL racks up smart storage solution
SSTL racks up smart storage solution
A smart racking solution from Altus has helped Surrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) integrate its materials management processes.
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Tempest demonstrator in final assembly ahead of planned first flight in 2027
Tempest demonstrator in final assembly ahead of planned first flight in 2027
BAE Systems’ new Tempest prototype, otherwise known as the Combat Air Flying Demonstrator (CAFD), has passed the halfway point in final assembly, with its rollout and first flight remaining on track for 2027.
Britain bets on sovereign AI as defence industry rallies behind national model
Britain bets on sovereign AI as defence industry rallies behind national model
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UK AISI test exposes AI agent’s attempt to plant malicious code
UK AISI test exposes AI agent’s attempt to plant malicious code
The UK’s AI Security Institute uncovered unexpectedly autonomous and deceptive behaviour during a cyber evaluation, including an attempted attack on open-source software.
CAA explores future for BVLOS drone ops
CAA explores future for BVLOS drone ops
A new report from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) outlines a vision for enabling routine Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) commercial drone operations alongside existing UK airspace users.
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